Indications
Naftopidil is used to treat benign prostatic obstruction, and also the lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) that come with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It doesn't reduce the size of the prostate.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Naftopidil is a selective a-i adrenergic receptor antagonist, and its blocking effect is stronger on the aiD receptor. It works by easing the tension in the smooth muscle of the urethra and the prostate gland, so urine passes more easily. Naftopidil also calms the overactivity of the detrusor muscle.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: No well controlled studies have been done in pregnant women exposed to naftopidil, so a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes is not known.
Lactation: There are no data on whether this combination is present in human milk, what effect it has on a breastfed infant, or what effect it has on milk production.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.